Small problems stay small.
Most of what we do is keep cavities from happening in the first place. Every six months, on a schedule that fits the family. Specialty pediatric tools, specialty pediatric pace.
Why families choose this service
Exams and cleanings
Gentle six-month checkups. Smaller tools, slower pace, and parents-in-the-room from day one.
Sealants
A protective resin layer for newly erupted permanent molars. Bonded in minutes, lasts years, prevents cavities before they start.
Fluoride and home care
In-office fluoride application when the risk profile warrants it, plus a coaching conversation parents can take home.
About this service
Preventive care is the heart of pediatric dentistry. A child who learns at age three that visits are short, predictable, and never scary is a teenager who actually shows up for their six-month cleaning, and an adult who never dreads the chair.
Our cleanings and exams are paced for comfort. We name every tool before it goes in the mouth, let the child hold the small mirror, and finish with a clear plan for the parent.
Sealants are the single highest-leverage preventive treatment in pediatric dentistry. A clear or tinted resin is bonded onto the chewing surface of new permanent molars before bacteria can settle into the grooves. Cavities on those surfaces are by far the most common; sealants reduce that risk substantially.
What is included
- Six-month exams and cleanings, including plaque, calculus, and stain removal.
- Pediatric-grade fluoride application based on caries-risk assessment.
- Dental sealants for new permanent molars (and pre-molars if needed).
- Space maintainers when a primary tooth is lost too early.
- At-home care coaching: brushing technique, flossing for kids, diet conversations.
- Plain-language summary at the end of every visit so parents leave with a plan.
Common questions
When should my child have their first cleaning?+
The Canadian Dental Association recommends a first visit before the first birthday, or no later than six months after the first tooth appears. We schedule the first appointment around that age as a happy-visit (no tools, friendly introduction) and add cleanings as makes sense.
Do sealants hurt? Do they need numbing?+
No to both. Sealants are bonded onto the surface of the tooth. There is no drilling, no shot, no discomfort. The whole procedure takes about five minutes per tooth.
How often should kids see the dentist?+
Every six months for most children. We may suggest a closer schedule (every three to four months) if there is a family history of cavities or specific risk factors.
How long do sealants last?+
Most sealants last between three and seven years. We check them at every cleaning and re-bond if they have worn or chipped. The sealant only needs to last until the child's brushing skills can clean the grooves on their own, usually by age twelve or thirteen.
Preventive care is the easiest visit to keep on the calendar. Book the next one before you leave today's and we will send a reminder.